The ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ winner proved why she is one of the UK’s most sought-after fashion models when she worked the red carpet on her way into the ceremony, in a daring dress that showed off her fabulous pins.

Abbey's dress appeared rather ordinary from one side

From one side, Abbey’s dress might have appeared to be a fairly standard awards show floor-length gown, but after giving photographers a quick twirl she revealed that the other half of the dress was thigh-length and adorned with a Greek-inspired design.

Abbey shows off some leg on the red carpet

At Abbey’s side at the event was her footballer husband, Peter Crouch, who was dressed slightly more traditionally in a plain black suit.

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This year’s Pride of Britain Awards, which were hosted by Carol Vorderman, saw a whole host of celebrities turn out to watch the UK’s best and bravest being recognised for their achievements in the past year.